For Sale By Owner

Here are some Open House tips for you when selling your home on your own:

1. Write an ad that is effective with clear directions. Call your local newspaper's classified department at least two weeks in advance to order your open house ad. Don't forget to post it on the web (craigslist, facebook, twitter, etc).

2. Make sure your house is "market ready". Remember - Curb appeal is just as important as what's on the inside of your home.

3. Safety First! Keep Stairways clear. Avoid possible injuries and litigation. Also, escort all prospects through your home. Put all valuables in a safe place.

4. Keep it Light and Bright! Turn on ALL lights. Open ALL drapes.

Remember, as a FSBO, YOU are in control of what happens on your Open House. Take action. You will get out of it what you put into it.

Good Luck and Happy Selling!!

For Sale By Owner

Okay, so I know what you are thinking...Why on earth would a Realtor be looking to help me sell my house on my own? Simple, as a Realtor my job is to look out for my clients best interest and to emphasize the "Golden Rule" - do unto others as you would want done to you. So I began to think, if I was not in the real estate business what would I value in looking for as a seller of my home. Simple - The Truth.
So, over the next couple of days I am going to lay out a couple of tips if you are selling your home on your own. Selling on your own can be very frustrating. There are a lot of risks to it with one reward at stake- selling your home.

Tip #1
You Never Get A Second Chance To Make A First Impression!
-Have your home looking its best for prospective buyers.
Suggestions like these for marketing your home successfully are part of the guidance you could expect from an experienced professional Realtor:

1. Curb appeal brings the in! Your lawn should be trimmed and edged. Shrubs should be shaped.

2. The front door greets the prospect! It should be clean and have a welcoming decoration.

3. Nothing brightens like Paint! Fresh paint goes far to make a room seem new and delivers a great return.

4. Let the Sun light in! Open draperies and curtains to make your home cheerful.

5. Fix that faucet! Dripping water discolors sinks and suggest faulty plumbing.

6. Repairs can make a big difference! Loose knobs, sticking doors and windows and other minor flaws detract from value. Have them fixed.

7. From top to bottom! Display the full value of your attic and/or basement. Remove all unnecessary articles.

Remember, the point is to sell your home. It may not be what is most convenient to you but it will get your home sold fast.

Thanks for reading and happy selling!